KYB or OEM Strut Mounts

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10-08-2009, 07:00 AM

maxs4life

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KYB or OEM Strut Mounts

Im going to change struts and all tomorrow and i need to change my strut mounts as well.
Im looking for a comfortable ride so i want to know if anyone knows what mount i should go with.
both mounts cost the same, so which mount should i go with?

10-13-2009, 06:32 AM

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OEM.

10-14-2009, 12:44 PM

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Moog mounts come with bearings.

This topic has been beaten to death in the General & 5th gen subforum.

This is also not an 'advanced suspension' topic.

10-24-2009, 07:37 PM

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I got kyb

10-24-2009, 09:00 PM

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oem!

10-26-2009, 05:20 AM

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OEM or MOOG.

I have had trouble with KYB mounts binding in the past.

10-26-2009, 05:47 AM

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Moog.

10-26-2009, 07:02 AM

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Originally Posted by kgallerie

OEM or MOOG.

I have had trouble with KYB mounts binding in the past.

OEM. OEM. OEM

11-29-2009, 03:51 PM

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where can i locate moog mounts (with bearings)

11-29-2009, 05:44 PM

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get moog.

11-29-2009, 08:36 PM

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Amazon.com has them. Best price I've seen, and free shipping.

11-30-2009, 07:13 AM

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Curious to know what happens when oem strut mounts "wear?" In otherwise, what does it physically look like? I've had my mounts on for almost six years with a progress drop and it is still perfect, in fact, I cannot find a reason for it to be a wear item. Is it the rubber bushing/cushioning device that wears for you guys?